Articles of the Constitution

How does the rule of law help limit government power according to the U.S. Constitution?

• By allowing government officials to ignore laws

• By ensuring everyone, including leaders, must follow the law

• By giving more power to the president

• By removing the rights of citizens

Which of the following is a way the U.S. Constitution limits the powers of the federal government?

• By allowing the President to make all laws

• Through separation of powers and checks and balances

• By giving all power to the Supreme Court

• By removing individual rights

Why is the rule of law important in limiting the power of government according to the U.S. Constitution?

• It allows government officials to act above the law

• It ensures that everyone, including government officials, must follow the law

• It gives unlimited power to Congress

• It removes individual rights

How does the U.S. Constitution protect individual rights?

• By including the Bill of Rights

• By giving all power to Congress

• By removing due process of law

• By eliminating rule of law

Why does the Preamble NOT grant any powers?

• Because it is only an introductory statement

• Because it is a law

• Because it is a list of amendments

• Because it is a bill

Explain how the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution limits the power of government. (DoK Level 3)

• By stating that the government's power comes from the people and exists to serve them

• By creating a strong and unified government

• By defending the nation against enemies

• By encouraging the well-being of citizens

Why is Article VI important for the authority of the U.S. Constitution?

• It makes the Constitution the highest law, above all others.

• It allows the Constitution to be changed.

• It describes the rights of citizens.

• It explains the ratification process.

What was one of the most difficult issues facing the members of the Constitutional Convention?

• Building a government that would not oppress states or citizens

• Deciding the color of the national flag

• Choosing the location for the capital city

• Selecting the first president

How does the U.S. Constitution define the powers of the new government?

• By clearly defining and limiting them

• By allowing unlimited authority

• By giving all power to the states

• By not specifying any powers

Which of the following is NOT a feature created to limit government power according to the U.S. Constitution?

• Rule of law

• Due process of law

• Individual rights

• Unlimited presidential authority